Habitual Traffic Offenders

Posted on Jul 20, 2011 5:45pm PDT

In Florida, every person who has a driver’s license, or anybody who
has received a moving violation citation, has a driving record. The Department
of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) keeps tabs on everyone’s
driving history, and determines who is eligible (or ineligible) for a
driving license. Even if you never had a Florida driver’s license,
you may have a driving history. Driver’s that accumulate three convictions
for offenses within a five year period are considered HTO, Habitual Traffic Offender.

Such convictions are:

Voluntary or involuntary manslaughter resulting from the operation of a
motor vehicle.

DUI or Driving Under the Influence.

Any felony conviction in which a vehicle was used.

Driving a motor vehicle while his or her license is suspended or revoked.

Failure to render aid in the event of a motor vehicle crash resulting in
the death or personal injury of another.

15 convictions for moving traffic violations for which points may be assessed.

If you are found to be a Habitual Traffic Offender, you will lose your
driver’s license for five years. Furthermore, it is illegal (a felony)
to drive as a Habitual Traffic Offender. If you have any doubts contact
DHSMV about your record, fill out our free online case evaluation form, or
call Longwell Lawyers at 407-426-5757 to see if we can assist you.

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